Provided leadership and mentorship as a consultant overseeing a team of engineers and analysts.Managed a 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) team and resources, including on-call schedules and incident escalations.Owned cyber toolset and functions, including proactive monitoring, vulnerability remediation, and deployment of security technologies.Implemented new security technologies and maintained incident response plans in a consulting capacity.Offered expert security guidance to technology teams and stakeholders.Drafted, reviewed, and edited information security policies and procedures for clients.Managed security budget and roadmap for consulting projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives.Stayed current with security legislation and regulatory requirements, performing gap analyses.Conducted security posture assessments for third-party providers as part of vendor management programs.Key Achievements:Successfully mitigated a high-profile cybersecurity incident, ensuring zero data leakage and maintaining organizational reputation.Identified and remediated hundreds of vulnerabilities, bolstering the security of digital assets and technologies.Implemented automation protocols, reducing manual cybersecurity tasks by 50% and enhancing response efficacy.Upheld stringent data protection measures, securing the sensitive information of over 100 customers and maintaining a 5-year streak of zero data breaches.Executed thorough risk assessments and implemented strategic mitigation plans to safeguard organizational assets.Crafted and rolled out multiple cybersecurity policies, heightening staff adherence and organizational compliance.Regularly updated organizational threat intelligence, ensuring defenses were poised to counteract emergent threat vectors.Formulated and deployed a cybersecurity strategy that seamlessly aligned with and safeguarded organizational objectives.

Developed and executed a comprehensive information security strategy in alignment with ISO/IEC 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and GDPR requirements.Provided strategic leadership and direction to the information security team, fostering a culture of security awareness and accountability in adherence to regulatory standards.Established and maintained effective governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks to mitigate cybersecurity risks and ensure regulatory compliance.Led incident response and crisis management efforts, ensuring timely and effective resolution of security incidents and breaches while maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate security into the design, development, and deployment of technology solutions, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.Evaluated emerging threats and vulnerabilities and recommended proactive measures to enhance the company's security posture and compliance with regulatory standards.Drove continuous improvement initiatives to optimize security operations, efficiency, and effectiveness, while ensuring compliance with ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and GDPR.Served as a subject matter expert on information security matters, providing guidance and advice to executive leadership and stakeholders on compliance with regulatory standards.Fostered strategic partnerships with external stakeholders, including industry peers, government agencies, and security vendors, to enhance threat intelligence and resilience and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Elicit and collect relevant requirements and help users discover their real business needs• Participate in software feasibility and trade studies• Build use cases, generate user stories, test scripts, and test plans• Design, setup, develop, and test business software applications and interface solutions that will be delivered into enterprise computing system environment • Coordinate and communicate system upgrades, new features, and changes to users and business owners• Participate in technologies evaluation and recommend solutions to optimize IT and business processes• Analyze and resolve technical/functional production issues• Work with users to gain an understanding of business processes• Remain in regular contact with users throughout the project to present prototypes, conduct demos, problem solve, allay concerns, validate requirements, etc.• Craft intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces and dashboards• Provide estimates and schedules to project management• Gain knowledge and experience in the following areas: SQL, Oracle PL/SQL, Shell Scripts, JSON, XML, Python, Java, JavaScript, Angular, Node.js, HTML5, or CSS• Has proven ability to communicate ideas, instructions, and requirements clearly and concisely; ability to tell a story • Has knowledge of building APIs and services using REST, SOAP, etc.• Has proven analytical and problem-solving skills• Has proven ability to translate requirements into business system solutions• Has proven ability to build prototypes and mockups• A self-starter with the ability to think creatively and to work well as part of a diverse team and as an individual contributor• Good interpersonal skills, integrity, and self-awareness to communicate comfortably with all levels of staff and management• Superb writing and presentation skills

Successfully spearheaded database management and Oracle ERP implementations, ensuring system integrity, security, and performance. Steered comprehensive database administration, including backup & recovery, tuning, risk mitigation, and patching. Adeptly supported FMW and Oracle EBS application tiers, conducting software installations, patching, and workflow management. Crafted and sustained processes and documentation for diverse database activities, aligning with compliance and risk control. Collaborated with technical infrastructure and development teams, executing Oracle Database implementations across multiple environments. Led the design and solution building to assure databases were technically valid and seamlessly integrated, adhering to business standards throughout project lifecycles. Ensured robust database security and user access management, while managing incident resolutions and supporting on-call duties, providing 24x7 support when required.Key Skills: Automation, Server Architecture, Linux System Administration, Backup Solutions, Scripting, IT Security Best Practices, Network Administration, Server Management, Cloud Infrastructure.

Have expertise in the architect test environmentExtensive lead experience in the integration of large-scale and sophisticated software systems.Multidisciplinary expertise in applying and developing software system operations principles, theories, and concepts.Proven ability to meet commitments to produce quality products within budget through prioritization.Experienced in test management practices, including the development of test metrics.Have extensive experience with a coding/scripting language(s), preferably Python and shell scriptHave extensive experience working with Unix/Linux environmentHave a solid understanding of test automation practices and toolsHave experience with automated tests using frameworks and tools, such as RobotFramework, TestNG, Selenium, Watir, TestCompleteHave experience with industry software test management tools (such as TestRail, and qTest)Have experience with software configuration management tools (such as GIT, SVN, AccuRev, CVS, and JIRA).Have experience using continuous integration tools such as Bamboo, Hudson, Jenkins, GitLabExperienced in developing training documents and providing software systems operations training.Have strong analytical skills with problem-solving experienceCollaboration skills with all levels of institutional and operations personnel.Proven strong communications skills, including writing and presenting technical tests and operations documentationProven strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with internal and external program leadership and delegate tasks to team members.